Wednesday, July 29, 2009

COMMENTS: In their past five starts, the Dodgers have a 1-4 record, have been outscored 33-14 — and outhit their opponents 52-50. (They also stranded a total of 44 men on base.) The main culprits for this mini losing streak have been poor situational hitting and an ineffective bullpen.

The problem I have with Kemp batting 8th is that he usually gets on board with two outs, and then it's left to the pitcher. How many times have the Dodgers runners on with the pitcher batting in the last few games?

"The Dodgers have refused to include Clayton Kershaw or Chad Billingsley in a package for Halladay. There has been discussion within the organization about whether to reconsider that stance on Billingsley, although the Dodgers are not expected to do so."

Im still pushing for a bat that Manny can protect. (Victor Martinez for Loney). I'm not big on ole crazy eyes and quite frankly think he is overrated among all Dodgers. League average with streaks. We can definitely make an upgrade at first.

I know Rbnlaw, but i do think they could have a couple of cold streaks in the season, which they have failed to produce, much to our pleasure. This season has been so remarkable, we might have forgotten they are still humans who commit mistakes.

Halladay is the obvious target but let's say Toronto doesn't lower their price. I'm pretty sure Colletti doesn't offer anyone from the 25-man roster. That means either acquiring a fifth-type starter (Washburn?) or Ned's favorite, a "veteran reliever." The latter seems the most likely. I read a rumor of Elbert and DeWitt for Sherrill. I could see that happening.

did u read the article tim kurkjian wrote about pitch counts? if not it was pretty interesting, i would argue that 110 total pitches is not going to overextend a 21 year old arm that much. he didnt pitch in too many stressful positions tonight.